Medicinal Plants & Dams

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Tulsi plant has a lot of significance for mankind, due to the manifold medicinal benefits it provides. Tulsi leaves are

widely used in the preparation of Ayurvedic medicines. It is known to promote the longevity of life. The extracts

obtained from the plant are extensively brought to use for curing various diseases such as the common cold,

inflammation, malaria, heart disease, headaches, stomach disorders, kidney stones, heart disorders, and many more.

The Indian basil Tulasi also aids in the purification of atmosphere.

Tulasi plant serves as a fabulous repellant in fighting against flies, mosquitoes and insects. It is especially valuable in

combating malarial fever. It is said that at the time of establishment of Victoria gardens in ombay !now "umbai#, the

workers became victims of mosquito bites and suffered from chronic malaria. $eeing the pitiable situation of the

workers, some of the %indu managers recommended the plantation of Tulsi plant in the garden. &n following their

advice, fruitful results were obtained. Thus, holy basil Tulsi helped to abate the growth of mosquitoes and control

malaria.

There are numerous uses of Tulsi plant. The plant is increasingly finding its way in the Ayurvedic treatment of

diseases. Tulsi leaves are widely used due to their healing power. It is a tonic for the nervous system and thus, helps

a great deal in sharpening the memory. This aromatic plant supports the removal of phlegm and catarrhal matter from

the bronchial tube. It also works wonders in preventing stomach disorders. The herb Tulsi is known to cure the

respiratory disorders. The decoction prepared by mixing honey, ginger and Tulsi leaves is quite helpful in combating

bronchitis, influen'a and asthma.

The leaves of Tulsi plant are extremely beneficial during the rainy season, when diseases like malaria and dengue

victimi'e the country. oil the tender leaves of Tulsi in tea and give it to the patient. The (uice extracted from Tulsi

leaves serves as the best remedy to bring down fever. Tulsi is an essential ingredient in the preparation of Ayurvedic

cough syrups. It is highly useful in getting rid of cold and flu. )ven, for sore throat, the leaves of medicinal plant Tulsi

is of great value. *ust boil the leaves of Tulsi in water and ask the patient to gargle with this decoction.

Tulsi has the ability to strengthen the kidneys. +or those suffering from the problem of renal kidney stones, the

decoction prepared by mixing the (uice of Tulsi leaves with honey, if taken sincerely for six consecutive months can

oust these stones via the urinary tract. +or maintaining healthy heart, Tulsi is of utmost value. It helps in lowering the

level of cholesterol in blood. Thus, Tulsi plant serves as the most effective remedy to combat cardiac diseases.

irritable bowel syndrome.

)stablished Aloe vera plants are available at almost any garden supplies shop orplant nursery.

Aloe plants are not very frost tolerant. If they are grown outdoors in warmer climates they should beplanted in full sunlight, or partial shade. Apply a balanced liquid feed during the growing season.

+or growing Aloe Vera indoors its best to place it near a window that gets a lot of sun. uringsummer you can move the pot!s# outside.


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-atering should be kept to a minimum during the winter months but during summer the plant willrequire a lot of water.

Aloe Vera has long been a popular houseplant. &ften called the miracle plant or the natural healer , Aloe Vera is a plant of many surprises. It flourishes in warm and dry climates, and to many people itlooks like a cactus with fleshy thorny leaves. In fact it is a member of the /ily family, staying moist

where other plants wither and die by closing its pores to prevent moisture loss.

There are around 011 species of Aloe, but it is the Aloe arbadensis "iller !Aloe Vera or 2true aloe2#plant which has been of most use to mankind because of the medicinal properties it displays.

Aloe Vera has a bitter taste which can be unpleasant in the raw state. It is possible to get used tothe taste of plain Aloe Vera gel, but if you can t the addition of some fruit (uice helps to make it morepalatable.

There is much confusion between Aloe Vera 3el and Aloe Vera *uice with the two often beingthought synonymous. The term 3el refers to the inner leaf only, whereas *uice refers to 2Aloe /atex2

a bitter substance found (ust under the skin of the leaf.

/eading authorities on Aloe Vera maintain that only Aloe Vera gel as fresh as preservation allowsfrom the inner leaf has any remarkable properties.

Uses and Home Remedies using Aloe Vera

Aloe gel has been used for topical treatment for minor wounds and burns and skin irritations forcenturies. Aloe Vera used to be known as the 2burn plant . It is no longer necessary to keep an AloeVera plant handy for when you catch your hand on the oven door, these days Aloe Vera 3el comesin handy tubes.

A two year trial is underway at the 4eath, "orriston and $ingleton hospitals in $wansea for use of Aloe Vera in treating Irritable owel $yndrome !I $#. A clinical trial involving 00 patients sufferingfrom 5lcerative 6olitis has been completed at the 7oyal /ondon %ospital and the *ohn 7adcliffe%ospital in &xford. The trial was completed in *anuary 8110 and an improvement found in 9:; of


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Aloe Vera is best used when used fresh from the plant. It doesn t store well but can be bought as apreserved product. Aloe Vera can be used topically as well as taken internally. It has been used formouth sores, what we call stomach sores, or cold sores.

Aloe Vera has been especially helpful of patients with severe and various skin diseases. It acts as are(uvenating action. It acts as a moisturi'er and hydrates the skin. After being absorbed into the

skin, it stimulates the fibroblasts cells and causes them to regenerate themselves faster. It s the cellsthat that produce the collagen and elastin so the skin will get smoother and look younger.

ecause Aloe Vera is natural, it works gently within the intestinal tract to help break down foodresidues that have become impacted and help clean out the bowel. -hen the bowel is cleaned out,it greatly reduces bloating, discomfort, and helps ease stress, which only leads to more attacks ofirritable bowel syndrome.

We are a well known exporter of Mint Leaves. Also known as Pudina in India, these leaves have afresh aroma and sweet flavor with a cool after taste. Owing to their warm fresh aroma, these arewidel used in making mouth fresheners and ta!lets. "urthermore, these are also used in a variet ofdishes, including vegeta!le curries, chutne s, desserts, soups and #uices.

AmlaIndian goose!err of Amla is used for all pitta diseases, all o!stinate urinar conditions, anemia,!iliousness, !leeding, colitis, constipation, convalescence from fever, cough, dia!etes, gastritis, gout,hepatitis, hemorrhoids, liver weakness to relieve stress, osteprisasis, palpitation, spleen weakness,tissue deficienc , vertigo, re!uilds !lood, !ones, cells and tissues. I t increases red !lood cell count andregulates !lood sugar, heart tonic, cleanses mouth, stops gum !leeding, stop stomuch and coloninflammation, cleanses intestines, strengthens teeth, aids e esight, expels worms, corrects acidit ,e e and lung inflammations, ulcerations, $. I. disorders, painful urination and internal !leeding. Amla

is highl nutritious and is an important dietar source of %itamin &, minerals and amino acids.Ingredient' Amla &oncentrate()m!lica officinalis *ses' +e#uvenation, peracidit , %arious pittarelated pro!lems.

Tulsi Leaves-ulsi Patti is an aromatic plant in the famil Lamiaceae which is native throughout theOld World tropics and widespread as a cultivated plant and an escaped weed. It is anerect, much !ranched su!shru! /01/ cm tall with hair stems and simple oppositegreen leaves that are strongl scented. Leaves have petioles, and are ovate, up to2 cm long, usuall slightl toothed. "lowers are purplish in elongate racemes in close

whorls. -here are two main morphot pes cultivated in India3green(leaved 45ri orLakshmi tulsi6 and purple(leaved 47rishna tulsi6. -ulsi is cultivated for religious andmedicinal purposes, and for its essential oil. It is widel known across 5outh Asia as amedicinal plant and an her!al tea, commonl used in A urveda, and has an importantrole within the %aishnavite tradition of induism, in which devotees perform worshipinvolving -ulsi plants or leaves.


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Neem Leaves8eem leaves are widel used to cure a num!er of human and animal diseases. -he ph sio(chemicalproperties of neem leaves help to maintain the overall well !eing. Leaves are also used to manufacture

a num!er of drugs and medicines. -he have !een traditionall used to give !ath to patients sufferingfrom measles or chicken pox. 8eem leaves are generall gathered onl from organic trees, this is so,!ecause it ensures the protection of natural elements and reduction of contamination !environmental9s nthetic toxins.

AshwagandhaAshwagandha is a her! that can !e compared favora!l to the world:s most renownedher!al tonics such as ginseng 4panax ginseng6, astragalus 4astragalusmem!ranaceus6 dang gui 4angelica sinensis6, reishi mushroom 4ganoderma lucidum6and south american suma 4pfaffia paniculata6. Ashwagandha has !een held in high

regard ! generations of people over the course of millennia for its a!ilit to increasevitalit , energ , endurance and stamina, promote longevit and strengthen theimmune s stem without stimulating the !od :s reserves. It nurtures the nervouss stem, counteracts anxiet and stress to promote a calm state of mind.Ashwagandha also has powerful anti(inflammator properties and is specific fortreating arthritic and rheumatic conditions. It is also easil the most potent tonicaphrodisiac in the entire !otanical kingdom.


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